This One Precious Thing, May You Be So Blessed To Know The Beauty Seen ... Within A Christmas Snow. By Clara B. Ray  | |||
| YOSEMITE FALLS REFLECTED 24 x 48, acrylic on canvas Copyright 2010 James English Babcock | , |
Showing newest posts with label Yosemite Art. Show older posts
Showing newest posts with label Yosemite Art. Show older posts
Monday, December 13, 2010
HOLIDAY GREETING
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Reflections of Yosemite
Do you love Yosemite and all its splender? How would you like to take a trip during the fall season when the hardwoods are dressed to the nines in brilliant hues of amber glow, or perhaps an exhilarating hike up one of its many trails to vistas unseen? Well, that trip can be as close as your own backyard or a weekend jaunt to the foothills just twenty-five minutes north of Sacramento, California. 
Yes, this holiday season, you are invited to attend an artist reception hosted by gallery owner Tom Jones of Sierra Hills Framing & Gallery, featuring a collection of works created from my many hiking adventures to Yosemite Valley, and several other High-Sierra backpacking trips.
This reception is in conjunction with the City of Lincoln's Christmas Parade and Tree-lighting event, held in Historic Downtown Lincoln. So, please come out early, you won't want to miss the other festivities, as its old fashion holiday spirit will kindle a warm glow in your heart as you prepare for your own holiday gathering.
Doors open for this event Sunday evening, December 4th, 2010 at 5:30 pm and run until 8:30 pm. The exhibit will be ongoing until January 6, 2011. I am looking forward to visiting with you as you are out and about this holiday season. Refreshments will be served and further details of this event can be found in the news release below this post. Thoughtfully,
James
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 10, 2010
Event Contact: Tom Jones
Sierra Hills Framing & Gallery
Phone: (916) 645-1644
Artists Reception and Exhibit
Hosted by Sierra Hills Framing & Gallery
Lincoln, CA - Sierra Hills Framing & Gallery will feature a collection of works showcasing Yosemite Valley and other High-Sierra vistas by award winning representational landscape artist James English Babcock. This event is held in conjunction with the City of Lincoln's Holiday Parade and Tree-lighting event held annually in Historic Downtown Lincoln.
During this free event James will meet and greet while answering your questions regarding his heart for painting landscape art and sharing from his many hiking and backpacking experiences in the beautiful Sierra Mountains. Refreshments will be served at this evenings event.
EVENT DETAILS:
During this free event James will meet and greet while answering your questions regarding his heart for painting landscape art and sharing from his many hiking and backpacking experiences in the beautiful Sierra Mountains. Refreshments will be served at this evenings event.
EVENT DETAILS:
Art Reception & Exhibit featuring local Artist James English Babcock
Sunday, December 4, 2010, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
No Admission Charge
Sunday, December 4, 2010, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
No Admission Charge
531 G Street, Suite B, Lincoln, CA 95648 (Historic Downtown Lincoln)
Directions: (Link to this location provided by Google Maps)
Phone: (916) 645-1644
Email: sh@sierrahillsframing.com
Website: http://www.sierrahillsframing.com
Monday, July 5, 2010
A League of Their Own ...
Local news posted by Lincoln News Messenger
Through July 30, Placer Arts League is presenting a juried Fine Arts Competition and Exhibition in the Lincoln Arts and Culture Foundation building at 580 Sixth St.
Auburn resident and Nevada-born sculptor and painter, Douglas Van Howd was juror for the show that features many local artists. You can view his works at www.douglasvanhowd.com.
Lincoln artists include James English Babcock (oil/acrylic).........
...... for more information about the show and Placer Arts League,
visit http://www.placerarts.org/pal.
...... for more information about the show and Placer Arts League,
visit http://www.placerarts.org/pal.
- View original article through this link
- See earlier blog post: Autumn Canopy Gets It's Day In The Sun
Friday, July 2, 2010
Monday, June 14, 2010
Autumn Canopy Gets It's Day in the Sun
PlacerArts League Juried Open Show
James English Babcock
Exhibiting Autumn Canopy
James English Babcock
Exhibiting Autumn Canopy
The Placer Artist League invites the public to attend the annual Open Juried Show at Lincoln Arts Gallery in Lincoln, California, opening Tuesday June 14 and running through Friday, July 30. Acclaimed Artist/Sculptor Douglas Van Howd will jury this event.
Artist Reception at Lincoln Arts Gallery
Saturday, June 24th
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location:
Lincoln Arts Gallery
580 6th Street
Lincoln, CA 95684
Lincoln, CA 95684
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Rich Elements, Soft Light
Morning on Merced
24 x 36, oil on board
Description
The Merced River in Yosemite is one of my favorite places to visit, especially in autumn when the river slows down and the reflections are at rest, creating a satin affect upon the water.
When I began this painting there was a bit of smoke in the air, allowing the light to filter in from above and through the trees, casting muted reflected light upon the river against the brilliant Fall back drop of color. The soft light gave the entire scene subtlety, creating a simple quality affecting a sense of peace.
Likewise, painting with oil on board gives this painting a smooth saturated look, bringing together the rich elements of Fall color while harmonizing them with the affects of soft light to achieve the sense of calm that was so prevalent that day.
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Golden Glow, Illuminating Light
Aspen Glow
30 x 40, oil on board
Golden Aspen's aglow along Yosemite Valley's Merced River, portray evening's illuminating light reflecting upon quiet waters. This newest oil painting has been posted to my website, Babcock Originals, Archived Collections, 2009.
Check out earlier blog post, Capturing Autumn Light, for more on inspiring moments spent in Yosemite Valley.
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Capturing Autumn Light
Autumn is a incredible time in California's Yosemite Valley. In the Fall of 2007, my cousin David and I set out for our annual outdoor excursion. He and I hadn't been in a number of years to the Valley, and normally this would have been our yearly backpacking trip somewhere higher in the Sierras. Instead, we opted for a roadtrip as our quest to capture photographically some of the Valley's awesome fall color was of more interest this time around.
Needless to say, we were knocked off our feet upon arrival. Yosemite has a way of doing that to you, regardless. But, this time of year fully dressed in Fall's lovely warm palette certainly testifies to nature's incredible ability to showcase its beauty.
Needless to say, we were knocked off our feet upon arrival. Yosemite has a way of doing that to you, regardless. But, this time of year fully dressed in Fall's lovely warm palette certainly testifies to nature's incredible ability to showcase its beauty.
Nature has a direct affect on why I paint. Everything I see with the eye and every emotion I experience is captured by my camera's lense. It's a photographic journal of my travel experience, giving me ongoing inspiration for my art. Usually, I am hard pressed in getting back to the studio after such an experience; the inspiration burns in me until I set my brush in motion. The image posted in this journaling, Cascading Reflections, is a direct result of this trip. In 2008, I also produced several more large oil paintings, highlighting favored moments spent in this sacred National Park.
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